Thursday, July 1, 2010

Top 20 Honeymoon Hotspots (recommended by hotmail)

1. St Lucia

Why Go: This Caribbean isle has a lush landscape that includes the twin Pitons and plenty of rain forest to explore.

What to Do: Hike to one of the island's many waterfalls, then cool off together in the natural pools at the bottom.
Where to Stay: Jade Mountain has open-air rooms with their own infinity swim-up pools and views of the sea, JadeMountain.com.
http://jademountain.com/

2. Los Cabos, Mexico


Why Go: Mexico's sexiest resort area has many of the country's hottest places to stay, and the service is top-notch.

What to Do: Lounge by the pool all day — order lunch, read a book and toast your newlywed status with margaritas.
Where to Stay: Esperanza, an Auberge Resort, is seductive — private balconies and beach barbecues, EsperanzaResort.com.
http://esperanzaresort.com./

3. Maui, Hawaii

Why Go: Hawaii offers exotic allure — without the hassle of leaving the US.

What to Do: Take a hula class and your spouse will have his eyes locked on your hips.
Where to Stay: The Inn at Mama's has low rates, a delicious restaurant and a quiet beach, MamasFishHouse.com.
http://mamasfishhouse.com./

4. Barcelona, Spain

Why Go: Spain's stunning port town is loaded with culture (be sure to check out La Sagrada Familia and the Picasso Museum), delicious tapas and bubbling nightlife.
What to Do: Explore Gaudi's Park Guell, then stroll back to the hotel for a siesta.
Where to Stay: Check out Hotel Arts. It's a Ritz-Carlton, but there's nothing "chain-ish" about the modern rooms, RitzCarlton.com.
http://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/Default.htm

5. Kyoto, Japan

Why Go: Kyoto feels far from modern Tokyo thanks to its ancient palaces and shrines.
What to Do: Enjoy the Zen gardens and Buddhist temples, especially Kinkakuji.
Where to Stay: Book a room at Kinmata, which has a lantern-lit garden and delicious kaiseki meals, KinMata.com

6. Santorini, Greece

Why Go: This Greek isle sees plenty of cruise ships, but by late afternoon it's just you, the deep-blue sea and the pale-blue sky (okay, and a tasty bottle of local wine too).
What to Do: Explore Akrotiri, a prehistoric settlement that was preserved under volcanic lava.
Where to Stay: Watch the sun set over the sea from the pool at Astra Apartments & Suites. Tired of restaurants? Cook up flavors of your own — rooms have full kitchens, Astra-Apartments.com.

7. Paris, France

Why Go: For Francophile romantics, there is no substitute for the City of Light.
What to Do: Pick up baguettes, cheese and a bottle of wine for a twilight park picnic or head to a brasserie.
Where to Stay: At the Hotel Bourg Tibourg, rooms have Moroccan flair and dim lamps that ooze as much romance as the city itself, BourgTibourg.com.

 8. The Maldives

Why Go: This enclave of resorts in the Indian Ocean is so quiet you'll feel like you've been shipwrecked on your own coral island.
What to Do: Divers flock to this archipelago for the amazing eco-friendly excursions.
Where to Stay: The One&Only Reethi Rah has over-water villas; some even have private pools, OneandOnlyResorts.com.

 9. Bora Bora

Why Go: Climb down the stairs of your over-water bungalow into the fish-filled lagoon — your personal aquarium in French Polynesia.
What to Do: Feeling brave? Snag some snorkeling gear and swim together with the stingrays. (Just be sure to ask the hotel staff if there's anything in the water you'd want to avoid on a particular day.)
Where to Stay: The Hilton Bora Bora Nui Resort & Spa faces away from the island, so you won't spend your honeymoon with a less-than-scenic view of all of the other resorts that have sprung up recently, Hilton.com.

10. Vietnam

Why Go: With pho and banh mi on everyone's lips these days, it's not surprising that Vietnam is seeing more Americans.
What to Do: You don't come this far just to see Hanoi, so get out of the capital and travel to Ho Chi Minh City as well as the country's less-touristy central beaches.
Where to Stay: At The Nam Hai, pull yourselves away from China Beach long enough for a spa treatment by the lotus pond, GHMLuxuryHotels.com.

11. Anguilla

Why Go: Arid Anguilla, with its white sand beaches and pale-blue waters, is a mecca for sun worshippers from all over the world.
What to Do: Have lunch at CuisinArt Resort & Spa, and taste some of the region's best hothouse produce.
Where to Stay: Cap Juluca's Moorish-style architecture will make your jaw drop, but the white-sand-and-blue-water vistas are pure Caribbean, CapJuluca.com.

12. Florida Keys

Why Go: The Keys offer all the treats of the tropics — right off the coast of Florida.
What to Do: Sunsets are the main event here, so have a drink in hand when the sun starts to dip behind the horizon.
Where to Stay: The Marquesa Hotel is great for couples who want to go out as much as they stay in, and a short walk from Key West's Duval Street bars, Marquesa.com.

13. Oahu, Hawaii

Why Go: Hawaii's most populated island is bustling with great shopping, inexpensive restaurants and a slew of hotels.
What to Do: Take a surfing lesson — all those yoga classes you took to slim down for the wedding will help you balance.
Where to Stay: The boutique-size Hotel Renew serves up Waikiki Beach style without the big-resort bill, HotelRenew.com.

14. Riviera Maya, Mexico

Why Go: This Caribbean coast seems to have a new resort opening weekly, so there are plenty of chic choices.
What to Do: Book a temazcal treatment, and you and your spouse can sweat it out together in a Mayan steam lodge.
Where to Stay: The Zoetry Paraiso de la Bonita Riviera Maya resort is spread out along a very wide stretch of sand — and offers everything you could want to unwind from a top-notch spa to yoga, ocean kayaking and even painting classes, ZoetryResorts.com.

 15. Turks and Caicos

Why Go: These islands are less than a two-hour flight from Miami, so you'll be there pronto.
What to Do: There isn't much here but beach and water — and that's the point.
Where to Stay: Parrot Cay is on a private isle, a short boat ride from the airport. Splurge on a villa, and your back door will open to the sand. You'll also have your own living room, plus a bathroom that looks out onto a small, private garden, ParrotCay.como.bz

16. Alaska

Why Go: A cruise through Alaska is a window into some of the country's most majestic scenery. Watch otters and whales splash and see a glacier shed snow into the water.
What to Do: A river kayak expedition is a great way to explore the area.
Where to Stay: Book a cruise on a large ship, like those owned by Celebrity Cruises. You can also arrange with to sightsee from a helicopter and try dog sledding for an extra fee, CelebrityCruises.com.

17. Napa Valley, California

Why Go: In summer, the rolling hills are covered with rows of grapevines. In the fall, greens turn shades of yellow and orange.
What to Do: Hire a driver for the day so neither of you has to skip the wine tasting at Beringer Vineyards and Cakebread Cellars.
Where to Stay: Auberge du Soleil, with a vineyard-side pool and wine-tasting dinners, is the place to be, AubergeduSoleil.com.

18. Bocas del Toro, Panama

Why Go: Panama may be best known for its canal, but it also has beautiful rain forests, beaches and eco-lodges.
What to Do: Check out Starfish Beach and Dolphin Bay and hang out with their well-known inhabitants.
Where to Stay: For over-water bungalows without the flight to Tahiti, consider Punta Caracol, an eco-resort with a string of nine thatched cabins, PuntaCaracol.com.

19. Costa Rica

Why Go: This Central American country has long been known for eco-adventure. Wilderness lodges abound, and jungle treks offer close contact with wild monkeys and sloths.
What to Do: Get into the spirit of outdoor adventure here, whether that's hiking, white-water rafting or riding a zip-line. (Trust us: You'll scream your lungs out — in a good way!)
Where to Stay: Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo offers a sense of luxury in the jungle, plus two beaches and a championship golf course, FourSeasons.com.

20. Buenos Aires, Argentina

Why Go: This is the Paris of the South. You'll love the shopping, the wine and the dining — especially the delicious steak.
What to Do: Watch local dancers tango; we bet you'll sign up before you've unpacked.
Where to Stay: Stay at the storied Alvear Palace Hotel, where rooms have elegant details like chandeliers, AlvearPalace.com.

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